一场深夜公告的背后：71岁“学者董事长”与万通的转型沉浮录

Core Viewpoint - The recent detention of Wang Yihui, the actual controller and chairman of Wantong Development, has raised concerns about the company's future during a critical transformation phase, although the investigation is unrelated to the company's daily operations [2][8]. Group 1: Company Background and Leadership - Wang Yihui, born in 1954, transitioned from academia to business in 1998, founding Beijing Pioneer Grain and Agricultural Industry before entering real estate and finance in 2004 [4]. - He took over Wantong in 2017, a company founded in 1991 by notable figures in the Chinese real estate sector, which was at a turning point due to changing industry dynamics [4][5]. Group 2: Transformation Strategy - Under Wang's leadership, Wantong began shifting from traditional real estate to industrial properties and commercial real estate, officially rebranding from "Wantong Real Estate" to "Wantong Development" in July 2020 [5]. - The year 2022 marked a significant pivot towards technology, with initiatives including the establishment of Wantong Sheng'an Communication for 5G and satellite internet, and investments in chip technology [5][6]. Group 3: Market Response and Financial Performance - Despite setbacks, including a failed acquisition in 2025, Wantong's stock price doubled in 2025, driven by ongoing strategic shifts towards communication and digital technology [7]. - The company saw significant trading activity, with foreign investment contributing to a surge in stock price, although the recent announcement regarding Wang's detention led to a 4.66% drop in stock price [7][8].